Origin
Peoria, IL
Afternoon in Peoria on Thursday
Local time
12:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peoria, IL to Auburn, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
90.8 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peoria, IL
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Auburn, IL
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
The drive from Peoria, IL to Auburn, IL covers 90.8 miles and takes about 1h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hamilton Boulevard, Northeast Madison Avenue, Fayette Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.4 miles from Peoria, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 90.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 43m drive with frequent turns across 90.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hamilton Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Peoria, IL to Auburn, IL is easy. At 1h 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Peoria, IL to Auburn, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Boulevard | — | — |
| Northeast Madison Avenue | — | — |
| Fayette Street | — | — |
| I 74 East | — | — |
| Murray Baker Bridge | — | — |
| I 155 South | — | — |
| I 55 South | — | — |
| IL 104 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Hamilton Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, IL and Auburn, IL.
1
Start on Northeast Jefferson Avenue
85 ft
·
6 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
2
Turn right onto Hamilton Boulevard
463 ft
·
17 sec
·
Hamilton Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Northeast Madison Avenue
449 ft
·
16 sec
·
Northeast Madison Avenue
4
Turn right onto Fayette Street
469 ft
·
15 sec
·
Fayette Street
5
Take the ramp straight toward I 74 East, IL 29 South: Bloomington, Pekin
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 74 East, IL 29 South: Bloomington, Pekin
6
Merge slight left onto Murray Baker Bridge
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Murray Baker Bridge
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 155 South: Lincoln
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 155 South: Lincoln
8
Continue straight
32 mi
·
34 min
9
Merge slight left
34 mi
·
37 min
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 55 South: Saint Louis
11
Take the exit slight right toward IL 104: Pawnee, Auburn
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
IL 104: Pawnee, Auburn
12
Turn right
5.2 mi
·
7 min
13
Turn right onto South 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South 5th Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.4 miles from Peoria, IL, or about 51m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.4 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Peoria, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Peoria, IL
This is one driving day of about 90.8 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Peoria, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.4 mi from Peoria, IL · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.4 miles from Peoria, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Auburn, IL
The final approach into Auburn, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.20 one way
$28.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.59 | $31.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.47 | $34.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.05 | $40.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.71 | $5.81 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Auburn, IL
Afternoon in Auburn on Thursday
Local time
12:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Riverton, IL
45 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 43m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Peoria, IL to Auburn, IL covers 90.8 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hamilton Boulevard, Northeast Madison Avenue, Fayette Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.4 miles from Peoria, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.20 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Peoria, IL to Auburn, IL is easy. At 1h 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Peoria, IL to Auburn, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Peoria, IL to Auburn, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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